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Sir Victor Uwaifo

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Born
1 March 1941
Born In
Edo, Nigeria
Died
28 August 2021 (aged 80)
Sir Victor Uwaifo is a Nigerian musician, writer, sculptor, and musical instrument inventor Born in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria in 1941, he is famous for his Ekassa music. Early in his career, he was a member of Bobby Benson’s Highlife band. As a solo artist, Uwaifo made history in Nigeria when he was awarded the first gold record (presented by Philips, West Africa) for his song “Joromi” in 1966. “Joromi” has legendary status among his fans, and his performances are characterised by his ability to play the guitar with both his feet, and also his tongue. View wiki
Sir Victor Uwaifo is a Nigerian musician, writer, sculptor, and musical instrument inventor Born in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria in 1941, he is famous for his Ekassa music. Early in his career, he was a member of Bobby Benson’s Highlife band. As a solo artist, Uwaifo made history in Nigeri… read more
Sir Victor Uwaifo is a Nigerian musician, writer, sculptor, and musical instrument inventor Born in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria in 1941, he is famous for his Ekassa music. Early in his career, he was a member of Bobby Benson’s Highlife band. As a solo artist, Uwaifo made history in Nigeria when he was awarded the first gold record (presented by Philips, West … read more

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1 Play track Sir Victor Uwaifo: Guitar Boy Superstar 1970-76 (Soundway Records) Happy Day from Me to You
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2 Akuyan Ekassa Akuyan Ekassa
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3 Ohue - Frankie Francis & Simbad Edit Ohue - Frankie Francis & Simbad Edit
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4 Play track Nigeria 70 - Lagos Jump Dododo - (Ekassa No. 1)
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5 Play track High Life Kings Vol 1 Joromi
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6 Play track Love & Romance Jesu Joy and Hope of Man
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7 Play track Greatest Hits Vol. 1 Guitar boy
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8 Play track Sir Victor Uwaifo: Guitar Boy Superstar 1970-76 (Soundway Records) Kirikisi (Ekassa 24)
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9 Play track Sir Victor Uwaifo: Guitar Boy Superstar 1970-76 (Soundway Records) Iye Iye Oh
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10 Play track Sir Victor Uwaifo: Guitar Boy Superstar 1970-76 (Soundway Records) Osalobua Rekpama
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  1. 5,738 listeners

    22 Mar 2010 · 10 tracks

    Love & Romance
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  2. 5,699 listeners

    27 Feb 2008 · 19 tracks

    Sir Victor Uwaifo: Guitar Boy Superstar 1970-76
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  3. 4,700 listeners

    29 Jan 2002 · 14 tracks

    Greatest Hits Vol. 1
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  4. 4,042 listeners

    1 Jan 1969 · 10 tracks

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